Creative Fall/Winter Wedding Cakes

Each season brings a different take on wedding creativity. Take a different spin on what is placed on your dessert table and Bon Appetite!

Greens and seasonal fruit are the perfect piece of decoration for this cake

A cheese cake.....paired with fruit, crackers and a great glass of wine, I will be happy to cut this at the beginning of the reception

Chocolate Toffee Naked Cake. Yum!

Everybody loves donuts!

Crepe cake

Cold weather = Delicious pies

Engagement Party Planning Tips

Here are some tips on pulling off an engagement party. It’s easier than you think!

1. Who Hosts?

Traditionally, the parents of the bride will host the engagement party. That is not the case anymore. It is not uncommon to hear of the bride and groom throwing their own party or friends and family may volunteer to throw you one instead.

2. When should I have it?

The perfect time to have your party is after your engagement and before the serious planning begins (unless you are enlisting a wedding planner to help you plan the engagement party as well you would not have even looked for one yet) . Don’t have it later than 11 months before the wedding. Give your guests enough notice before the party and the party serves as a great stepping stone before invitations are sent out for the wedding day

3.Who makes the list?

It use to be a serious faux paz to invite someone to your engagement party that you won’t invite to the wedding. These days the large number of destination/out of town weddings has altered that rule.

It is acceptable to have a smaller get together with new friends, co-workers and others who may not make the invitation list dues to numbers or other reasons.

4. What is it for?

This is a time to celebrate and share your joy with those close to you. It is a great time to introduce the two sides of the family and give them a chance to get acquainted.

5. Do I need a theme?

My best advice is to go with a theme, color scheme or concept that does not resemble your ideas for your wedding day. Leave the real gasping from your guests for the wedding day.

Click here to see more ideas on my Engagement Party Pinterest Board.

Honeymoon Destinations

The Caribbean and Hawaii have been the go-to destinations for couples over the years, but here are some great destinations that are becoming a big hit among newlyweds.

Bali

Maldives

Portugal

Quebec City

South Africa

Non-Flower Centerpieces!

Get creative with your centerpieces! Flowers are traditional and can be manipulated into stunning works of art, but that is not your only options.

Moss has an unappreciated beauty. Paired with succulents and birch wood you can keep the elegance without the flowers.

Strung lights make an outdoor wedding picture-ready.

Candles, candles and more candles! Not only are these great lighting options for evening receptions, but they are also an inexpensive alternative to floral centerpieces. Use pillars of different heights, candelabras and lanterns to make this look complete.

We eat with our eyes, so you can be sure that your guests can appreciate the beauty of a fruit centerpiece.

Cheers! Creative Food and Drink Idea.

Guests come for the nuptials but stay for the food and drinks! A creative idea is offering individual bottles of champagne, soda or an alcohol of choice. These can be given to guests as favors or for their use during the reception. You will just need to contact the individual companies for more details.

Keeping Cool During An Outdoor Ceremony

Many bride and grooms look forward to the Summer season for their perfect outdoor wedding. Like any outdoor wedding, you risk unpredictable weather. Most worry about the rain, but the heat is just as bad. Here are my 3 favorite ways to help your guests stay cool during your nuptials.

Juice and water stations allow guests to get a refreshing drink before they take their seats. You can also provide bottled water at each seat.
Picture: Elizabeth Anne Designs

Parasols are a great decor touch and helps to keep the sun of the faces of your guests.
Picture: VPONSALE Wedding

Fans are the most common option, that usually doubles as a wedding program.
Picture: London Downtown

He or She? Baby Reveal Ideas

A popular twist on the traditional baby shower, a baby reveal party always ends in a big surprise for the new parents and guests.

I love the theme and the color scheme

A great theme that inspires a delicious snack 

Don't want to use blue or pink? Have a "What Will It Bee?" theme

Make the party interactive and have the guests place votes. 

A great twist on a childhood favorite and fun idea to have everyone take a bite at the same time.

Who doesn't love balloons?

A great alternative to these cute favors, are to have them on straws

I do not own any of these pictures

Flower Tip! White Anemone and Ranunculus

The white rose is a very common wedding flower. It is a global symbol for romance and passion. Many brides choose to hold a bouquet of white roses at their weddings, but some what to try something different. For the bride who wants an alternative to the rose, I recommend anemone or ranunculus. Both flowers, a part of the Ranunculaceae family, are different from the rose and create beautiful bouquets, centerpieces and decor.

Anemone

Said to be the creation of the Goddess Venus, the anemone has a sweeter feel than the rose. Perfect for an outdoor wedding, the anemone has a signature look of two colors. The middle of the flower is of a darker hue. 

Available Fall to Late Spring

Ranunculus

The Tecolote Ranunculus, the most commonly used species, can be mistaken for a rose, but its abundant petals create a more lush look similar to ruffles.

Available Spring to Early Summer

None of these pictures are my own*

Fuchsia and Blue Inspiration

Summer wedding mean lots of color! Here is an inspiration board that is bright, fun and whimsical.

Bridal Shower Brunch

The traditional bachelorette party is fun and exciting: A night on the town with your favorite girls, good food, and most likely drinks. Although fun, that kind of party can really limit who you would like to invite. A great idea that is appropriate for all ages is a bridal shower brunch. Brunch allows for you to share your special moment as a bride with all of the females that are important to you. This doesn't mean that you can't have fun! Have the brunch and then allow the males to come at the end for dessert and an Afternoon dance party. Let your creativity take over and have a themed brunch. It may sound childish at first, but a Tuscan affair with a Persecco bar is perfect for brunch or a dinner party or an ode to the classic movie, Pretty in Pink. Here are some great examples of bridal shower brunch done right!

Chair Decor Galore!

Chair decor is often overlooked at the wedding, but the ideas are limitless. With a little creativity you can transform a chair into a gorgeous piece of your wedding decor. Sashes, ribbons, signs and chair covers come in different material, textures and colors that you can manipulate and mix and match to compliment your wedding vision. Here are some of my favorite looks for chairs for your ceremony and reception: